Go on and get out there …

 
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Hiking

Essex is home to dozens of miles of trails that are part of a greater network of trails maintained by Champlain Area Trails in Westport. Good for all ages and abilities and accessible year round, the CATS trails will lead you to some of the most beautiful and remote spots in the town of Essex. Lace up your boots, pack a good snack and head out on an unforgettable adventure!

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Cycling

Essex provides some amazing circuits for those who enjoy cycling. Amazing views of the Adirondacks lead to lake shore cycling on Lake Champlain in just a few minutes. Hope on the Essex ferry and consider cycling around Lake Champlain. Return to Essex for great food, great lodging and more cycling with your family and friends. Behind Town Hall, you will find a bicycle repair station and a place to park your bike.

Bike the Barns was held in Essex on October 8, 2022! Click here for details!

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Sailing and boating

Lake Champlain is one of the largest lakes in the United States. Essex is situated in the middle of the lake and at its deepest point, 400’. Set the main sail for some magnificent time on the water as you play with the wind and explore this most majestic of lakes.

ATTENTION PADDLERS - Feel free to put in your canoe, SUP or kayak at Whallons Bay or at Beggs Park. Boats can be stored over the summer on the beach at Whallons Bay without charge.

Birding

Whether you find yourself on the water’s edge, in the fields, forests or wetlands, there are year-round birding opportunities that will introduce birders to a wide variety of species. Essex is home to the “Magic Triangle”, which attracts birds throughout the year.

Fishing

Whether you’re a professional angler or just want to try and hook the big one with a family member, Lake Champlain offers excellent fishing in a beautiful setting. To learn more about fishing on Lake Champlain, visit this website.

XC Skiing/Snowshoe

Turn those hiking trails in Essex to snowshoeing and cross country ski adventures! Easily accessible, many local trails wind through fields and level forests that offer enthusiasts an outing they aren’t bound to soon forget!